Quality Technician 3rd Shift Split
Precision Castpart
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year · Diploma
- Must know
- OperationsMicrosoft Office
- Work
- On-site in State College
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Operations54%Microsoft Office31%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 10, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
This is a Full-Time, On-Site position for a Quality Technician on the 3rd Shift Split.
Position Summary
Level One quality technicians train to develop the ability to use predetermined methods, operations, setups, and prescribed specifications to perform in-process and completed inspection of products such as machined parts, mechanical assemblies, processed parts and purchased standard hardware. They also perform verifications of part identification and configurations. Level one quality technicians will arrange inspection queues to identify priority work. In addition, they will identify and segregate non-conforming product using basic knowledge and understanding of Geometric Dimension and Tolerancing (ASME 14.5) methods, and common inspection measuring equipment including, but not limited to, surface plates, micrometers, height gages, radius gages, protractors, profilometers, bore gauges, and dial indicators. Level one quality technicians will demonstrate blueprint reading, basic math skills, basic PC skills (including Microsoft Office) and the ability to use MRP or ERP systems after instruction.
Key Responsibilities
- Visually observe dimensional and functional characteristics of the product in final form.
- Perform first part on startup.
- Evaluate product manufacturing.
- Review all certifications for incoming material received.
- Perform in-process inspection of product during manufacturing and final inspection with use of optical comparators, thread gages, height gauges, calipers, micrometers and profilometer.
- Reconcile final inspection documentation for shipments.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment to assure delivery requirements.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to keep accurate records.
- Detail oriented and quick learning ability.
- Ability to follow documented procedures and standards.
- Excellent time-management skills with the ability to work independently with little supervision.
- Proficiency with general computer usage.
- Familiarity with precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.) preferred.
Qualifications
- 0-1 years of recent and relevant work experience or training.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Some Engineering or technical training/background strongly preferred.
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements
- Noise, Noxious Orders, Temperatures (Frequently)
- Hazardous Materials (Occasionally)
- Close Eye Work (computers, typing, reading, writing) (Frequently)
- Sedentary (continuous sitting) (Occasionally)
- Light Work (standing, walking, lifting) (Constantly)
- Moderate Work (lifting 15-30 pounds, prolonged use of small hand instruments or tools) (Frequently)
- Moderately Heavy Work (lifting, moving, loading up to 35 pounds) (Occasionally)
- Heavy/Hard Work (above average strength & stamina) (Occasionally)
Travel Requirements
- None
Other Information
This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.